Monthly Archives: December 2007
Dialysis of Diabetic Nephropathy or End Stage Renal Disease
If your patient develops end-stage renal disease, she may require hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis to prolong her life. The physician probably won’t recommend dialysis until your patient’s serum creatinine level is about 6 mg/dl. Hemodialysis For hemodialysis, the surgeon creates … Continue reading
Immunosuppressive Drugs
Usually, transplant patients take immunosuppressive drugs to prevent the transplanted organ from being rejected over the long term or to treat incipient rejection. They may start to take these drugs before surgery and continue throughout the life of the organ. … Continue reading
Nursing Considerations of Hypoglycemia
Review the onset, peak, and duration of action of the insulin your patient uses. When her insulin is at peak effect, check her for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. Be familiar with oral antidiabetic drugs that can cause hypoglycemia, such … Continue reading
Dietary Components For The Diabetes Treatment
Base your diet recommendations on treatment goals designed specifically for your patient . Consider the various roles of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, sweeteners, fiber, sodium, and alcohol in your patient’s diet. Cultural and Ethnic Considerations Each patient’s cultural and ethnic background … Continue reading